Friday, October 24th
2:00pm - “Campground Rove” Be on the lookout for a park naturalist in the campground. They may have something interesting with them. Be sure to ask about our Halloween happenings!
6:30pm - “Trivia and S’mores!” Join us at the Campground Shelter for some fun Dunes trivia! Win and get a prize! We will also have a campfire and s’mores to kick off our Howl’oween!
Saturday, October 25th “HALLOWEEN FUN!”
10:00am – “Woods on Wheels!” Located in the Campground Parking Lot, Indiana Woods on Wheels is a traveling interactive exhibit that provides information about the Hoosier state’s most renewable resource, our forests. Visitors will feel as if they have been transported to the woods as soon as they enter.
1:00pm-2:00pm - “Pumpkin Decorating!” Bring the kids to the Nature Center’s fire ring for some pumpkin decorating fun! Free pumpkins are provided while supplies last, thanks to FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes!
12:00pm-3:00pm - “Hayrides” Rides start at the campground gate and will go to the beach and back- fun for all ages! Tickets available at the campground gate. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
3:30pm-5:30pm “Trick-or-Treating” Our annual tradition takes place this afternoon! Bring your ghouls and goblins for some trick-or-treating fun in the park’s campground.
3:30pm-5:30pm - “Campsite Decorating Contest” Judges will determine the spookiest, most creative, and funniest campsites. Campers and visitors can cast their vote for our People’s Choice Award by visiting the Friends of Indiana Dunes table, located near the campground gate, winners will be announced at 6:00pm following trick-or-treating from FRIENDS table. Prizes provided by FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes.
6:30pm - “Spine-Chilling Spider Hunt Night Hike” At the Nature Center you will discover fascinating facts about our 8-legged friends. Then go on a hunt in the dark to search for these amazing creatures.
For more information, call the State Park Nature Center at: 219-926-1390, Check out their FaceBook Page, OR go to: Indiana Dunes State Park - State of Indiana
FRIENDS of Indiana Dunes proudly sponsor and supply the prizes awarded for this annual family friendly event.